Case Study: Virtual1 achieves UK-wide software-defined network expansion and lower operating costs with Juniper Networks

UK Operator Takes its Innovative New Network and Services Nationwide

Virtual1 is a UK wholesale network provider that delivers cloud, SIP and connectivity services to resellers and service providers. As customer demand grew beyond its London dark-fiber footprint, Virtual1 needed to expand to 280 PoPs nationwide, build a software‑defined network that could carry multiple services over a single connection, and enable automated self‑service provisioning for partners.

Virtual1 deployed Juniper MX routing platforms, ACX5000 metro aggregation routers and EX Series switches in virtual chassis to push MPLS to the metro, increase port density and simplify operations. The new architecture and Juniper-powered 1Portal delivered nationwide reach, an award‑winning self‑service experience, lower operating costs, greater service flexibility and scalable, resilient capacity that accelerated business growth.

Virtual1

Tom O’Hagan

Founder and Chief Executive Officer